WALMART FLY FISHING CHALLENGE!! || Fly Fishing for Beginners (Brown Trout)

WALMART TROUT FISHING CHALLENGE - FLY FISHING EDITION!!
If you want me to send you the rod used in this video just leave a comment below saying you'd like to have the rod and I'll randomly choose someone next Friday.
I know a lot of content creators have done Walmart challenges in the past, but not many have done a Walmart Challenge with a fly rod! In this video I went to Walmart, bought some cheap equipment, and went fishing in a highly pressured body of water to prove a point: Fly Fishing Doesn't Have to Be Elite!! I spent less than $100 and got more than enough equipment to catch some beautiful wild brown trout.
The purpose of this video is to show someone new to fly fishing an easy way to get started (Fly Fishing 101). If you're an experienced fly fisherman then maybe this video isn't for you... or maybe you'll watch it and remember what it was like to get started into the sport that we love so much. I think nowadays people get so caught up in the gear that they forget the reason they fly fished in the first place.
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[@maxgrigsby1746]

I love that this isn’t the mainstream “oh look I go to Walmart and buy shitty things for cheap and see if I can catch a fish!” This is educational, and perfect for starting fly anglers. Well done.

[@hardmanfishing]

Thank you! I told myself I didn't want to do any of the mainstream challenges... but I started thinking about it and decided that I could put an educational spin on them and maybe help some people out. Thank you for the kind words

[@maxgrigsby1746]

@@hardmanfishing of course! Love the vids keep it up!

[@Blake_Sears]

@@hardmanfishing what state is this

[@smothertheresa5881]

can you use a fly on any rod????

[@mountaingoatgreg1691]

Not everyone's Walmart is cool enough to have a fly shop in it 😂

[@hardmanfishing]

Listen all I'm saying is both places I've lived in WV had a walmart with a Fly Fishing section! Maybe I'm just lucky...

[@jacobmayoral7614]

@@hardmanfishing Every walmart in Colorado has fly fishing stuff, that ive seen anyway!

[@lukewilson3271]

@@hardmanfishing You're lucky, my walmart has mostly bass, and catfish stuff.

[@ohmsweethohm7259]

Yeah you are lucky theirs no fly fishing section in SW Va.

[@CultofWacky]

It’s regional. In Oklahoma it’s all baitcasters and bass/catfish gear. When I visited Arkansas they had fly fishing gear

[@johnwilson435]

Jon Really enjoyed your video. This is exactly what we were trying to accomplish when we designed the assortment. Anglers have the misconception that fly fishing is a difficult and expensive sport. That assortment is designed to give anglers a great experience at an extemely reasonable price. Thank you for showing your day on the water!! John Wilson President Cortland Line Company.

[@ggbooliano]

Thank you bro🤘🏼

[@SM64BLJ]

Yo! That’s awesome!

[@skipallocco7]

good job John Wilson!

[@ventureofalifetime8989]

As someone who started fly fishing the last year I caught about 30 trout in a morning on a orvis starter combo, some random flies I had no idea about, and had the best fishing trip of my life. I literally stood in 50 degree water in my boxers last my knees freezing my butt off because the bite was so good. This was all in Alaska. I am so lucky I live here.

[@johndoe12988]

Had my hopes high until you mentioned Alaska😂, I wish!

[@goofiegoofball]

Never been able to catch a trout with spinning rods. I bought a beginners fly rod from Amazon that came with flies, watched a few how to videos and finally caught my first trout :)

[@SavageFlies]

I appreciate what you're doing here Jon. The more people we can get into the sport, the better future we'll all have with it. Well done my friend. -Matt

[@hardmanfishing]

Thank you so much!

[@kadesandlin]

Stumbled on your channel showing my kids what fly fishing is, we just signed up for an intro to fly fishing class through our local conservation department where they're providing gear. My kiddos asked me to go ahead and try to win your gear, so here we go.

[@hardmanfishing]

That's awesome man!! I'm glad you're getting your kids into fly fishing. I've added you to the list and I'll shoot you a DM on instagram if you win. Thanks for the support

[@mikelislvgamimg7616]

Me too

[@flyfishingphotoproject]

Nice!

[@sinelocum]

Hands down the cleanest, most organized, and well stocked Walmart I’ve ever seen.

[@user-pi6wu1cl6h]

When I was younger, I thought fly fishermen were all a bunch of rich guys. Then, when we moved to Colorado, my family got me a vest, rid and reel and flies. The first time I went out I caught a 20 inch rainbow on gold medal water. I was hooked!! Been an avid fly guy for 20 years now!!

[@FranklinFishes2424]

I have been fly fishing for 5 years and I have watched your videos to help me! Very good guide for beginners! Thank You!

[@boogerwood]

Great video. I love that you demystify fly fishing to some extent. As with any hobby you can spend as much as you want. But for someone who just wants to get out and learn to fly fish you really can quite easily.

[@karl68012]

I just went out with my boss this evening and he bought me this exact rod and reel combo. I’ve been fishing for about 3 years now mostly with bait, sinkers, and jigs. I’m excited to learn how to fly fish and your video gets me pumped. I have so many questions about your technique and hand movement but I think I’ll just watch more of your videos and hope I find the answers. Thank you for the inspiration and information.

[@psyamok3735]

I am a beginner at fishing, would definitely love to have that fly rod to learn to fish! Thanks for showing the fly fishing techniques.

[@RealGamer336]

Thank you for posting this video. About a year ago I stubbled upon it and little did I know it would lead to one of the hobbies I enjoy most!

[@kenminton7111]

You did a great job with the video I am 59 years old and bought my first fly rod this year have made several trips to the ponds ended up buying three more fly rods as you say it is very addictive thanks for the video great job

[@teddupuis7640]

moving out west in a month and this is super informative! I remember tying flys as a kid but never using them. Props to you man keep on catchin

[@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors]

So glad you showcase this to your audience. I do the same (or at least I make an effort to!) because we need more fly anglers in our beautiful sport!

[@blue_ridge_on_the_fly4174]

Well done, I believe you have helped more than one or two people. Keep doing what you are doing. You are only helping those who are interested in not only learning but also becoming stewards of this beloved sport.

[@hardmanfishing]

Thank you so much for the kind words!!

[@paulfoley8826]

The first sentence spoken in this video, absolutely spot on. Big Thumbs up on that!

[@johnarant1594]

Thank you. I'm really excited to start fly fishing. I'm glad you brought up the Walmart rod. Thanks. John

[@caseycravens7062]

Well done. You show how easy and fun it is to get into fly fishing.

[@Ashley-ph6jp]

I'm trying to learn fly fishing and your channel has helped me so much! Thanks for making great content.

[@jacobhornberger8073]

I’ve been fly fishing for a couple years now and you my friend have covered everything good and needed for and about fly fishing. Amazing job

[@hardmanfishing]

Thank you!

[@fordgrigg3074]

Fly fishing is something that has always had the allure for many but the misconception that it’s a expensive hobby. I hope more people see this video so they understand that finding a small stream tucked away in a beautiful spot can be a life changing experience. Nicely done!

[@hardmanfishing]

100% agree! Half the fun of fly fishing is the places it takes you. Thanks for watching!

[@CombatArms2227]

This inspired me! Thank you, rest of my life’s worth of fun on fly fishing will be because of you!

[@richardandrews7232]

Great video. Perfect lines for the beginner. I started using my dad’s 9’ rod that at the time was almost 25 year old. Great experience. My wife and son also fly fish. Thanks for the video.

[@amilcarochoa8665]

I really appreciate you inspiring ppl to fish; instead of inspiring them to spend money, other videos I’ve seen, they just cry about the stupid stuff like “ugh is not real cork, oh the color is not right, no one can catch anything like this” such and such. But you showed great sensation of getting out there and get hooked 🙏🏼

[@danieltimbs4573]

Another great video!! I love the editing and music you always add. Your right I have spin fished a lot of years and am on my 3rd year of fly fishing and landing a trout on a fly especially one you have tied is something you can’t explain. Thanks for giving away a fly rod combo to someone who needs it that is awesome of you!! Keep up the great videos!!!!

[@hardmanfishing]

I’m glad you enjoyed the video!!

[@TylerDeaverMusic]

Very educational and cool of you to give away the Rod set up 🤘 great videos man. Love watching them all

[@Tsaustin1]

Love that you're giving one away. I've had my little setup from Cabela's for a few months and up until then only did spin fishing. You're going to make someone very happy and very likely addicted to fly fishing!

[@hardmanfishing]

I hope so!! Thank you for watching!

[@brianazmy3156]

My first fly rod was also from Walmart in VA Beach. It came with backing, line (wff), and tippet. I think it cost $45 back in the early 90s. Flies were 3 for $5. So fun catching bass on it.

[@mianro_1980]

Somehow I missed this video, love the drone footage and music and edit!!! NICE JOB

[@mikepeck4071]

Very nice. That Walmart had to be the best stocked for flyfishing Walmart I have ever seen. It is exactly what you need to watch if you are planning on getting into flyfishing, Keep making good videos like this.

[@MaksimOutdoors]

Great video. I’m 30 and just getting into fly fishing and you got me pumped. Can’t wait to get out and make some videos!

[@robertperman8967]

That’s a beautiful creek! Nice pools and runs. Beautiful fish!!👍👍👍👍

[@michaelsmith7193]

A greatly needed and thoroughly enjoyable video - and an excellent production, as always!

[@hardmanfishing]

I’m glad you enjoyed!!

[@levelwitme]

I love watching you and Andrew fishing. Two things I've learned from you are: you fish the tiniest pockets in shallow creeks that I would have passed up before, and you keep casting into those pockets over and over. That takes confidence and patience- two things I need to work on. Thank you. I don't need the flyrod, so don't put me on the list. I just moved to Princeton, and am looking forward to finding some wild trout in this area.

[@hardmanfishing]

I'm glad you're learning a few things from us!! Thank you so much for watching the videos.

[@lonwoof1]

This is the kind of video I love, especially being interested in taking-up fly fishing. I would love to have that Walmart set-up! My grandsons and I would enjoy trying it out for our first fly fishing experience! Thanks for the continued entertainment and inspiration!

[@hardmanfishing]

I’ve added you to the list! If you win I’ll shoot you a DM next Friday. And thank you for the kind words! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@Whittmike2011]

58 years young and did my first ever Trout fishing last weekend! I would really love to have this combo. Due to the weather, I've been watching fishing videos all day. Thanks for the inspiration!!

[@hardmanfishing]

I’ve added you to the list! If you win I’ll send you a DM on Instagram next Friday. Also I’m glad to hear you’re getting into the sport!! And I’m also glad you’re enjoying the videos

[@Whittmike2011]

@@hardmanfishing Thank you man! I never knew these litt!e guys had so much fight in them! What a rush!!!

[@hlubmoon8211]

Thanks for the video. I’ve been under the impression that Walmart fly fishing rod was not going to cut it so I held back from buying it and never took up fly fishing and other fly fishing setup were too expensive for a beginner. Now, I’m motivated to go get something beginner and try it out. The amazing fact is you caught fish with it. However, I think it’s not so much the fly rod, but more the fisher man.

[@fredcarlson61]

Thank you for the honest video. It's goes to show that all it takes is a little to go a long way. 💯

[@jarrodingram5605]

I love seeing our Spider Holster on your net!!! Great channel!

[@SlanginPies]

Just got into fishing this year and really enjoy your content. Still getting the hang of my spinning gear, but excited to try fly fishing one day. Thanks for the great videos man.

[@hardmanfishing]

That is awesome! I’m glad you’re getting into fly fishing. It’s so much fun once you get the hang of it!

[@b0z0__0.]

Such an easy educational vid that I could follow. Thank you!❤

[@gfarley]

I am happy to see you do this video. I have an 8'6" 5wt and a 8' 8wt fly rod from walmart and have been having a great time with them!

[@hardmanfishing]

Yeah the rod actually wasn't bad!! Thanks for watching

[@southgasportsman20]

Really enjoyed the video man. Great idea for the Walmart challenge. Subscribed!

[@shannonhazeltine9059]

Love the drone footage. Very well needed topic/video for the next generations. It’s all about the addiction, not, the dollar or brands.

[@hardmanfishing]

Exactly! You can catch fish on any gear if you know how too

[@chamberlandandersen9056]

Hey man love your videos! Started watching a few months back and really inspired me to get into fly fishing and would love the gear. Keep up the great work fish on!🤟💪🎣

[@hardmanfishing]

I added you to the list!! Glad you're getting into fly fishing and thank you so much for watching the video!

[@chamberlandandersen9056]

@@hardmanfishing yeah im only 14 and have been using spinning stuff all my life but it looks so much more appealing to fly. Thanks for a response means a lot

[@bobbykshow786]

You are absolutely right, it becomes an addiction.

[@andrewhayes1420]

This is my first time encountering your channel. I really appreciate how careful you are with the fish. Too many folks treat them like objects and not living animals. Keep it up.

[@hardmanfishing]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the video and hope you'll watch a few more!

[@maxwelln7296]

just got a old fly combo, gonna walk the lake tomorrow for gills. thanks for the videos, they help a ton

[@brianscheuermann9862]

That is exactly what I have. I believe learning technique is more important than equipment

[@ronswanson9004]

Definitely inspired me now. Love fishing. Never tried fly fishing. Was always intimidated in the local fly shop. Have a creek in the backyard. Might as well try it.

[@NathanSeibt]

Thanks for this, I came into fly fishing via Tenkara for its low cost and simplicity but I’m considering a western rod for the reach. Nice to know it doesn’t have to be expensive and complicated. Came to your channel from Flickr Flies.

[@jmac217x]

I'm tryin to get into it as a new spinner fisherman but there's a lot to learn. Thanks for just showing how its done.

[@superkoen1779]

i just got my first fly caught brown trout yesterday. here in denmark the fishing for browntrout is so magical, we fish really small streams like max 2 meter wide and its just loaded with wild fish.

[@hardmanfishing]

That is awesome!! Congrats on your first brown!

[@superkoen1779]

@@hardmanfishing i have caught so many on a spinning rod but on a fly rod its just so special

[@LoneStarAnglingOutdoors]

Yesterday I was fishing with minnows at the river, and when I was heading back I met a fly fisherman, and he ended up offering for me to use his fly rod. I was worried I'd make a fool of myself but he convinced me to try it out and I managed get the fly out onto the river after a few tries. Now I'm looking to buy a fly fishing combo, and watching tutorials/starter videos like this. After a few casts I could 100% see the appeal, and now I know that I have to catch one on the fly! Thanks for this video, man!

[@archiea1476]

That’s how I got hooked on fly fishing. I met a fly fisher on a lake who let me try out his gear. Like the guy in the fly store said it was all downhill from there. Now my spinning and bait casting gear are gathering cobwebs.

[@markdavella7477]

Great idea. I know someone will really enjoy it. Love your channel.

[@hardmanfishing]

Thank you so much!

[@ottodonaldson]

This is a awesome video to get those that don't have a huge bank roll to enter the sport. Well done!

[@hardmanfishing]

Thank you!

[@billm7159]

Outstanding...Great job...Nice to see the younger generation tossing a fly...Thanks!!!!

[@hardmanfishing]

Yessir!! I have a fly fishing addiction that is for sure. Thanks for watching

[@billm7159]

You guys do a great job...Fellow Mountaineer here also...Love WV trout

[@fishing_fly6899]

When i started fishing i was like: fly fishing naw bro that just boring🙄 But now omg i just cant stop thinking about it❤️ Fishing forever🎣

[@alanefoug1025]

Looks like fun, can't wait to try it

[@frankfishingnewmexico375]

If it wasn't for this video I wouldn't be obsessed with fly fishing and I would still be spinner fishing. I have a more expensive fly rod too, but I bought that same fly rod at Walmart and I love it, just shorter rod and action is good.

[@bridgetb9007]

I would love to get that combo just so I can have some of your luck! Love your channel - always enjoyable to watch y'all fish!

[@hardmanfishing]

I've added you to the list! If you win I'll shoot you a DM next Friday. Also I'm glad you enjoy the channel!

[@darianbuchanan9600]

Nice Video man. I used to fly fish but got lazy and went back to spinning reel. Would love to get back into fly fishing. Thanks for the Walmart Demo

[@kylesettle455]

Good job man! Glad you are doing this!

[@hardmanfishing]

Thank you!

[@Basketball123245]

Such an awesome video man - thanks for posting this!

[@hardmanfishing]

Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed!

[@GregKPerry]

Princeton Walmart. A must-stop every time I'm down that way, Jon. Solid video.

[@hardmanfishing]

Shoot I don’t live down that way anymore! But the fly fishing section there is pretty good. Thanks for watching man!

[@GregKPerry]

@@hardmanfishing That’s what I get for assuming. Regardless, still a great angle on fly fishing for those on the fence. Doesn’t take much to have fun!

[@tryptaman4315]

I ran into a few spinner episodes when I found you lol glad it’s strictly on the fly now

[@niksimons5721]

Awesome brown man such a beautiful fish and very informative video

[@julianbusinsky7617]

this was actually really helpful i am going to a small college in west virginia and there are a lot of creeks in the mountains with trout, never knew how to get into fly fishing but now i do

[@hardmanfishing]

That's awesome!! Good luck out there!

[@charlesschellhase9578]

love this video new to fly fishing thank you ,well done

[@Matt-lb9ep]

Just getting back into fly fishing you're video is great. I was slaying the trout on a 2 weight what a blast

[@SCYCOFISHINGHUNTING]

I got a net angler rod and reel on Amazon for 70$ and love it, just started taking fly fishing seriously, starting to get the hang of it. Already landed my Pb bow on the fly rod. Came in at 20.5”

[@leviswartzendruber9217]

I have always wanted to learn fly fishing and your videos are an inspiration!! Thanks so much! I would give that rod a Loving home for sure👍

[@hardmanfishing]

I added you to the list!! If you win I'll send you a DM next Friday on Instagram!! Thank you for watching

[@swiftyt9478]

im new to fishing in general and fly fishing caught my eye. Looks so fun

[@zacharytreat6013]

Loved your video. Wicked helpful, just bought a practice rod at Kittery trading post in Maine. want to start engaging in sports this new coming year.

[@joncarpenter2213]

Years ago I purchased a martin fly rod combo. I enjoyed fishing popper flies with it for crappie on farm ponds in NC. This past weekend, I dusted it off and took it up to Foscoe, NC and the local outfitter at Foscoe Fish Company set me up with some new line and a leader and flies for my old martin. The next morning I fished the Watauga River near Grandfather. It was great fun on the river although I didn't catch any trout. The rod is a 6 wt, so it could have been a little heavy for that river, but now I'm ready to go again. Your video is great encouragement to keep to get out and fish.

[@travelkylestyle]

Bought the same set up a few days ago and I’m hooked 😉 no pun intended

[@BlueLinerMedia]

When I started fly fishing years ago I never went back to conventional! I love every part of fly fishing for any species!

[@hardmanfishing]

It is an addiction!! Thank you got watching!

[@mrfinlay7516]

Great and also informational video! Keep it up!

[@doomddd1]

I'm about to go to yellowstone and i'm excited and hyping myself up for fly fishing. And this aid a great vid to do that!

[@mattgardnermusic1]

Looks like that rod casts like a dream!

[@thibod07]

Amazing accurate cast. I guess you proved your point. Investing in proper technic rather than equipment is the way to go if you do not have much money to spend.

[@GaryP747]

Terrific and inspiring video, well done! Beautiful fish and nice treatment & little time out of the water; love your work! Go fly fishing folks :-)

[@hardmanfishing]

Thank you so much!

[@sheepdog72]

Awesome. I'd love that gear, but I don't do social media. Great video! 👍

[@sippingrises7669]

Nice job. Awfully kind of you to give it away. Good for you for getting more folks into FF. Tight lines.

[@hardmanfishing]

I’m doing my best! Thank you!

[@jonpetty1008]

Awesome video man, just getting into fly fishing myself, and I’ll definitely try these techniques!

[@TwigNTimberFishingOutdoors]

Get after it! Tight lines! 🤙

[@hardmanfishing]

Glad you enjoyed the video man!

[@davidleimeister5027]

What a great teaching video. You are so helpful and great teacher. You have a lot of knowledge to share keep it going.

[@hardmanfishing]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed

[@tomjackson3988]

I could certainly use a fly rod. I enjoy your channel, great work and thank you.

[@hardmanfishing]

I've added you to the list!! If you win I'll send you a DM on Friday! Thanks for watching and I'm glad you enjoy the videos!

[@jbb3026ify]

Great job on explaining the basics of fly fishing. A nice gesture too on giving the fly rod away. Stay classy.

[@hardmanfishing]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed

[@CaptRedbeardFTW1]

Very cool. I've been wanting to get into fly fishing. Getting this gear would dope.

[@wam-wildlifeandmore1141]

I’m 17 and fly fishing is super interesting to me. Never owned a rod or threw a fly but I’m gonna try it out soon. Thank you for the video I subscribed hope to learn a lot from your videos

[@mr.chaosvicious5968]

Try it at least just a bit,as fly fishing outfits are actually pretty versatile depending on your setup and your lure selections. Seems most people think they are just for trout or salmon fishing. But that is just NOT true. I've personally used a 5/6 weight fly rod rig to catch quite a few good sized pan fish (bluegill and such) with. Hell,if I remember correctly (its been a while since I actually went fly fishing) I even caught a few good sized crappie,small bass and even a couple of what I think were shad on it as well. So yeah,a fly fishing rig is DEFINITELY not a one trick pony. The biggest thing that there is to it is probably learning how to cast the rod properly.

[@Valscorn01]

Give it a shot and don't be intimidated. You DO NOT need the most expensive stuff to catch fish either. I learned on a $120 combo from Cabela's. Caught countless trout, bass and panfish with it. If you do want to upgrade anything, YOUR LINE!!!!. It can be huge on how easy it is to cast or not. First thing i upgraded i had $75 line on a very very cheap reel. Worked even better and i still use that fly line, just on a better reel.

[@mr.chaosvicious5968]

@@Valscorn01 I think my starting outfit was a pretty cheap Martin combo (I think it was about 50-60 dollars) from WAL-MART of all places. Plus if you break say a cheaper $60-80 fly rod versus say a $300 or $400 one,it's gonna be much less of a big deal to you. And if I HAD to personally choose a type of flyline,it'd be a WF floating type. The WF stands for "Weight Forward" as the line is slightly weighted in the front,to help make it a bit easier to cast and give you a bit better distance as well (at least in my personal experience). Hope that helps a bit for anyone who is unfamiliar with fly lines. I honestly tend to only use floating fly lines,as I personally tend to lean quite a bit more towards surface type flies. I rarely use any sort of subsurface ones,I've only really used them maybe 2 or 3 times before. And whatever anyone who is inexperienced with fly-fishing does,do NOT if you can help it let your line run/rub across either pavement or rocks. As it can and often WILL eat up and damage that plastic like coating of your flyline pretty badly. And if that happens be sure to check your line to make sure it's okay. I speak from personal experience on THAT little tidbit from when I first started out.....😑

[@sarahrussellfaison1442]

Looking to fly fish with my kids thank you for sharing your experience

[@fishingaddict2.266]

You’ve been inspiring me to fly fish ever since your first video and the fly fishing tips and tricks you give are very helpful and they have made me a heck of a better fly fishermen over the years

[@hardmanfishing]

That's awesome!! I'm glad the videos have helped you out. Thanks for watching!

[@yaknlife6894]

I know this is from 2 years ago, but great video. Our Walmart’s never have fly fishing stuff. I’m just getting into fly fishing myself!

[@bobhammond8067]

What a great idea!! That rod cast pretty well too.

[@hardmanfishing]

Yeah the rod actually isn't bad!! The reel wasn't great but for fly fishing you don't need it for much beyond holding the line

[@shawnjbray]

My grandpa was big into fly fishing. I got his fly reel passed down to me so I’ve been learning. It definitely is fun. I’ve only been able to fly fish my lake and pond. So I’ve only caught baby bass, crappie and bluegill so far

[@Zalzzevzaria]

Dang, commented too late for a free fly rod lol. Im still getting used to my spinning reel, been borrowing rods for a long time up til early last year prior to the pandemic, then i bought a few different rods, never considered a fly rod til recently. Been watching fly videos to learn the technique better. Keep it up though man. Love seeing these kind of videos.

[@Leorm00]

Amazing video man, a nice video for beginners.👏 som few years i Come to Montana to flyfish from Norway after big Brown trouts and Brookies, got an summerjob. ;)